James 1:22 – “do not merely listen to the word and so deceive yourselves do what it says”. The passage in its context Leaving the temple Two obvious questions … do not follow signs … be on your guard In tough times … preach the gospel … stand firm The cataclysmic event – Mark 13:13 … Daniel 9:27, 11:31, 12:11 = the…
Sermons on Mark (Page 4)
Jesus’ authority – What’s at stake? Driven by fear (11vv18, 27-28) Frozen by fear (vv31-33) Misplaced fear (12vv1-12) Two possibilities John the Baptist 11vv29-30 Jesus v33 Application What difference does this make? References: Mk 1:22; 2:5-7,10-12,16; 3:22; 4:39-41; 5:7,15,29,17,33-36,41-42; 6:7,12-13,18,26-29,41-43,49-50; 7:8,34-35; 8:25,29; 9:7,24,26; 10:21-22,29,32; 11:15-18; 12:42; 14:43,50; 15:31-32; 16:8; Lk12v4-5; Jesus Freaks Vol2: (p157-59)
Salvation and young children – Mark 10:13-16 “anyone who will not receive the KOG like a child will never enter it.” Salvation and the rich young ruler – Mark 10:17-31 “Good teacher what must I do to inherit Eternal life?” … sell your possessions and come follow Jesus. Question: How do you get into heaven? … Answer: By following Jesus 100% BUT…
1) Jesus the Messiah, the Son of God must die (Mark 9:30-32) Mark 8:31 2) The nature of greatness under Jesus (Mark 9:33-37) 3) The nature of true fellowship (Mark 9:38-41) 4) The Danger of sin (Mark 9:42-50) 5) God’s will for Marriage (Mark 10:1-12) Matt 19, 1 Cor 7 Qu: Are you willing to be discipled by Jesus and take your…
Mt Hermon “People’s typical expectations of political messiah’s – whether ancient or modern, Jewish or gentile – is that glory will arise from power and success. Jesus, however, uniquely teaches and demonstrates by what happens to him, that, with God, glory arises out of faithful and non-violent endurance in the face of evil.” Paul Barnett Chapter 9 is a turning point in…